This weekend is the first time for many months you’ll be able to pop into Leeds city centre and have a pint.
With that in mind, we thought it was best to remind you of the rich offering of venues we have in our city. To help you pick where you’ll be visiting we’ve consulted TripAdvisor to compile a list of the top rated pubs and bars in the city centre.
While, we know for some of you, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, heading out for a pint is the furthest thing from your mind. But for others, we do appreciate an opportunity to have a quick drink with a friend might offer some salvation after a challenging couple of months.
So, if you fall into the latter camp here’s a bit of guidance to make sure you have a good time out in Leeds when the pubs and bars start reopening from Saturday, July 4.
Please be aware that these establishments will be a little different to how you remember them with strict social distancing measures being enforced to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.
10 The Brunswick
82 North Street, Leeds, LS2 7PN
There’s nine keg lines, five cask lines and over 100 beers in the fridges. The venue is spread over three floors with a bar on the ground, dining area on the first and an event space up top.
In terms of food, you can munch on burgers, fried chicken and their Sunday roasts are popular with regulars.
You can find out more by calling 0113 247 0546 or visiting their website.
9 Bower’s Tap
157 - 158 Lower Briggate, Leeds LS1 6BG
The casual restaurant and sports bar offers a range of pub grub and drinks. If watching the big match is what you are after then this might be the place for you. There’s two big screens and 11 others dotted around the premises.
You can find out more by calling 0113 244 2275 or visiting their website.
8 The Alchemist
Yorkshire House, Greek Street, Leeds, LS1 5SH
The popular cocktail bar and restaurant is based on Greek Street. There you can enjoy a huge selection of hand crafted cocktails and all day dining.
You can find out more by calling 0113 200 5930 or visiting their website.
7 The Adelphi
3-5 Hunslet Road, Leeds, LS10 1JQ
You can savour a pint in this striking period decor Victorian tavern which is set with wood panels and old tiles. They specialise in real ale and pub grub.
You can find out more by calling 0113 245 6377 or visiting their website.
6 Salon Prive
First Floor of The Dakota Hotel, 8 Russell Street, Leeds, LS1 5RN
If gin is your thing then this is the place for you as the bar, based at the Dakota Hotel, has 180 different gins for you to try.
You can find out more by visiting their website.
5 Neighbourhood
5 Greek Street, Leeds, LS1 5RW
This place certainly isn’t understated with its walls covered in eye-catching artwork, vanity lighting everywhere and green booths this is a place for an Instagram post with a cocktail.
To find out more call 0113 426 0598 or visit their website.
4 Manhatta Greek Street
29 E Parade, Leeds, LS1 5PS
This New York-inspired venue is another for those after a lively experience and a cocktail or two. Always a good place for a vibrant party atmosphere.
You can find out more by visiting their website.
3 The White Swan
5 Swan Street, Leeds, LS1 6LG
Always been popular with those off to City Varieties for a show. The stripped back venue serves homemade food and a range of local, European and American beers.
You can find out more by calling 0113 242 0187 or visiting their website.
2 Brewdog
The White Cloth Hall, Crown Street, Leeds, LS2 7DA
You know what you are getting at Brewdog as this is a no-nonsense chain bar specialising in the Scottish brewery's craft beers, with regular guest brews.
You can find out more by calling 0113 246 1611 or visiting their website.
1 The Lost and Found
3 Albion Place, Leeds, LS1 6JL
This cocktail bar and restaurant tops the list of Leeds city centre bars on TripAdvisor. Like many of the places on this list, the Lost and Found, is encouraging those planning a visit during our ‘new normal’ period to book in advance.
While you are at the venue you can enjoy an extensive cocktail selection in the bar and if you fancy making a night of it you can always stay for a meal.
You can find out more by calling 0113 493 1450 or visiting their website.
So, there you have it these are the best bars and restaurants in Leeds city centre you can visit as lockdown continues to ease. Of course, you can also find lots of recommendations from us on our Best in Leeds homepage.
While, we’ll continue to bring you updates on the hospitality sector in Leeds as the coronavirus lockdown period gets a little less strict.
